Resident Dining Experience Specialist

Commonwealth Senior Living; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living in Abingdon, VA is seeking a Dining Services Associate to support our Dining Services Director in delivering a signature dining program for residents.

You will prepare and serve nutritious meals, maintain sanitary standards, and follow HACCP/WHMIS guidelines. The role requires English literacy, weekend availability, and physical stamina to lift, stand, and move throughout shifts.

Qualifications

• Certification in the Food Handlers Course or equivalent.
• Previous experience in the food service industry.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Willingness and ability to learn new tasks.
• Must be available to work varied shifts and weekends.
• Ability to lift heavy objects; stand and walk.
• Ability to tolerate heat from the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals to residents in a safe, sanitary manner.
• Be familiar with HACCP and WHMIS.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and hygiene practices.
• Serve attractive, nutritious meals in a respectful manner, mindful of residents' needs.
• Operate and maintain equipment safely and per cleaning schedules.
• Prepare the dining rooms daily: set tables, pour beverages, clear dishes.
• Upon receiving stock, store it away following procedures.
• Follow cleaning procedures when equipment is not available.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Dining Services Director.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food service experience

English literacy

Willingness to learn

Weekend availability

Physical stamina

Kitchen heat tolerance

Job description

Commonwealth Senior Living in Abingdon, VA is seeking a Dining Services Associate to support our Dining Services Director in delivering a signature dining program for residents.

You will prepare and serve nutritious meals, maintain sanitary standards, and follow HACCP/WHMIS guidelines. The role requires English literacy, weekend availability, and physical stamina to lift, stand, and move throughout shifts.